Is Prescott Valley or Westfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prescott Valley is safer than Westfield (Safety Score 74/100 vs 74/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 998 for Westfield — 0% lower. Prescott Valley has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Westfield has a 100% lower rate.
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Prescott Valley, AZ
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Prescott Valley | Westfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 995.8 | 998.3 | -2.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 226.9 | 191.4 | +35.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 45.0 | 21.8 | +23.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 5.9 | 9.7 | -3.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 170.2 | 159.9 | +10.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 768.8 | 806.9 | -38.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 45.0 | 75.1 | -30.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 667.1 | 647.0 | +20.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 56.7 | 84.8 | -28.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prescott Valley or Westfield safer?
Prescott Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 998 for Westfield — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Prescott Valley has a violent crime rate of 226.9 per 100K while Westfield has 191.4. Westfield has lower violent crime.
About Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley, Arizona, a rapidly growing town north of Prescott, sits in the Bradshaw Mountains' foothills. Established in 1961 as a master-planned community, it's now home to a diverse population, many commuting to nearby cities. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 51,116, Prescott Valley has a total crime rate of 995.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Westfield, MA
Westfield, a city in Hampden County, was historically known for its whip manufacturing industry. Situated in the foothills of the Berkshires, its population is around 40,000. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 41,270, Westfield has a total crime rate of 998.3 per 100,000 residents.